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EDU 202 OBSERVATIONS IN EDUCATION.

The student will develop an awareness of teaching methods and strategies, classroom organization and management, differences in age levels and individual differences through observations of multicultural classrooms. A lab component of 25 hours of observations will be completed. The student will also develop a profile of himself/herself as a learner including strengths and weaknesses in content areas and preferred learning styles. Prerequisite: Should be taken concurrently with EDU 204 and SE 221.

EDU 204 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY.

Applications of psychological concepts to school situations including the principles of learning, motivation, and self-development. Both the typical and atypical student are studied at school levels from pre-kindergarten through high school. This course is writing intensive. Prior or concurrent registration in EDU 202 or SE 153 required. Prerequisite: PSY 101 and should be taken concurrently with EDU 202 and SE 221.

SE 221 EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

Identifying requirements of Americans with Disabilities Act and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act; state and local district procedures involved in implementation; implications for all teachers. Meets for 10 weeks. Should be taken concurrently with EDU 202 and EDU 204.

EDU 250 CHILDREN'S LITERATURE.

A knowledge of materials written for children; techniques for presenting literature to children; criteria for book selection are emphasized.

EDU 260 EDUCATION AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY.

This course is open to students interested in the connections between the global institution of education and the complex nature of cultural diversity. (Partially fulfills the cultural diversity requirement for General Education.)

EDU 270 INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY.

Students will demonstrate knowledge of and the ability to use a variety of instructional technologies including instructional video, computers, telecommunications and interactive media. This course is required to satisfy the general education requirement in computer literacy for all students seeking a teaching certificate.

EDU 321 PSYCHOLOGY OF DEVELOPMENT.

A study of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the child from conception to age 12. Prerequisite: EDU 204.

EDU 418 LITERACY INSTRUCTION IN ELEMENTARY GRADES.

Current theories of literacy development and instructional implications for teaching reading and language arts. This course is designated writing intensive. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program. Concurrent enrollment in EDU 323 and EDU424 required.

EDU 424 PRACTICUM IN READING AND LANGUAGE ARTS.

Practicum in elementary classrooms focused on children�s literacy development and the organization and management of reading and language arts instruction. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Concurrent enrollment in EDU 323 and EDU 418 required.

EDU 323 METHODS OF TEACHING LANGUAGE ARTS AND READING.

Instructional strategies and curriculum materials appropriate for teaching reading and language arts in elementary grades. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. Concurrent enrollment in EDU 418 and EDU 424 required.

EDU 315 TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO CHILDREN: PRE-K THROUGH 8.

A methods course covering the mathematical concepts developed from pre-kindergarten to beginning algebra. Prerequisites: MAT 118 and 119 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 315L MATHEMATICS MANIPULATIVE AND COMPUTER LABORATORY.

A lab experience in which students learn to use math manipulative and to preview and evaluate mathematics computer software. Must be taken concurrently with EDU 315.

EDU 302 PARAPROFESSIONAL TRAINING.

Students work as paraprofessionals in multicultural classroom settings. Evaluations will be made by the classroom teacher and the University supervisor. May be repeated for additional credit. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 425 ASSESSING AND PERSONALIZING READING INSTRUCTION.

The purpose of the course is to assist the classroom teacher in assessing the individual reading needs of children. It will examine principles, practices, and materials for personalizing instruction on levels K through 8. Prerequisites: EDU 418 and EDU 424 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 324 METHODS OF TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES.

A methods course covering the social studies concepts appropriate to the child from pre-kindergarten through 8^th grade. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 423 TEACHING SCIENCE TO CHILDREN: PRE-K-8.

The student will utilize his or her knowledge of scientific concepts and principles in the development of experiences for children from pre-k through 8th grade. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

SE332 BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM.

Basic principles and techniques in effecting behavior change through operant conditioning - an educational approach. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

EDU 406 SCHOOL AND SOCIETY.

A study of the legal, historical, philosophical, and social foundations of education including multicultural education, and an in-depth study of the operation, management, and control of schools today. This course is designated writing intensive. Prerequisite: EDU 204 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 471 STUDENT TEACHING IN GRADES 1-3.

Planning, organizing, and teaching students in grades 1-3 under the supervision of the classroom teachers and University supervisor. To be taken concurrently with EDU 475. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 472 STUDENT TEACHING IN GRADES 4-6.

Planning, organizing, and teaching students in grades 4-6 under the supervision of the classroom teachers and University supervisor. To be taken concurrently with EDU 475. Prerequisite: Admission the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 475 SEMINAR IN STUDENT TEACHING.

An orientation to student teaching through seminar providing extensive study of problems and topics associated with the teaching experience. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

Middle School Certification:

If you are being certified in the Elementary grades, add:

EDU 322 ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT.

A study of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the child from ages 12 through 20. Prerequisite: EDU 204.

EDU 460 MIDDLE SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY, ORGANIZATION, AND CURRICULUM.

Provides theoretical background and practical instruction in understanding the nature of the early adolescent learner, and the philosophy, organizations, and overall curriculum of a middle school program. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 461 MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION.

Designed as a practicum, this course is a follow-up to EDU 460 and moves the students from theory to practice. Included are classroom observation opportunities for working directly with early adolescent learners, and developing interdisciplinary lessons. Prerequisites: EDU 460 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417E METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING ENGLISH.

A course involving research in the various methods of teaching English in the middle and high school, and the materials used. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 420 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING READING IN THE CONTENT FIELD.

Assists middle school and secondary students in understanding and incorporating reading theory and practice to teach and evaluate students learning across the curriculum. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

Other Content courses as required by the major department.

If you are being certified in the secondary grades, add:

SE332 BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM.

Basic principles and techniques in effecting behavior change through operant conditioning - an educational approach. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

EDU 460 MIDDLE SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY, ORGANIZATION, AND CURRICULUM.

EDU 461 MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION.

EDU 416 READING AND WRITING IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL.

Provides students with models and specific techniques for helping their students communicate effectively through reading and writing across the middle school curriculum. It is recommended that students take this course after or concurrent with EDU 420. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

Other Content courses as required by the major department.

Secondary Education

EDU 202 OBSERVATIONS IN EDUCATION.

EDU 204 EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY.

SE 221 EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

EDU 260 EDUCATION AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY.

EDU 270 INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY.

EDU 322 ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT.

A study of the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development of the child from ages 12 through 20. Prerequisite: EDU 204.

EDU 316 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING.

A study of instructional planning, methods of developing instructional materials, classroom organization and control, cultural differences, and evaluation in teaching. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 420 TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING READING IN THE CONTENT FIELD.

EDU 302 PARAPROFESSIONAL TRAINING.

EDU 406 SCHOOL AND SOCIETY.

EDU 417A MATERIALS, METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING ART.

A course in methods, materials correlation, and technical problems in the teaching of art in secondary schools. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417B MATERIALS, METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING SECONDARY BUSINESS SUBJECTS.

A course surveying the history, content, organization administration, and methods of teaching business education on the secondary level. Prerequisite: EDU 316 and admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417E METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING ENGLISH.

A course involving research in the various methods of teaching English in the middle and high school, and the materials used. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417H MATERIALS, METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING HEALTH.

A course emphasizing the materials and methods of teaching health in the schools. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417M MATERIALS, METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING MATHEMATICS.

This course deals with the problems and methods of teaching middle and high school mathematics. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417P MATERIALS, METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

This course deals with the teaching of physical education in the elementary schools. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417Q MATERIALS, METHODS, AND OBSERVATIONS IN TEACHING PHYSICAL EDUCATION IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL.

This course deals with the teaching of physical education in the secondary schools. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417S MATERIALS, METHODS AND OBSERVATION IN TEACHING SCIENCE.

The principles and techniques of science teaching in the middle and high school are studied through observation and discussion. Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 417T MATERIALS, METHODS AND OBSERVATION IN TEACHING SOCIAL SCIENCE.

This course deals with problems of teaching social science in middle and high school. Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 473 STUDENT TEACHING IN GRADES 6-9.

Planning, organizing, and teaching students in grades 6-9 under the supervision of the classroom teachers and University supervisor. To be taken concurrently with EDU 475. Prerequisite: Admission the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 474 STUDENT TEACHING IN GRADES 9-12.

Planning, organizing, and teaching students in grades 9-12 under the supervision of the classroom teachers and University supervisor. To be taken concurrently with EDU 475. Prerequisite: Admission the Teacher Education Program.

EDU 475 SEMINAR IN STUDENT TEACHING.

An orientation to student teaching through seminar providing extensive study of problems and topics associated with the teaching experience. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

SE332 BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM.

Basic principles and techniques in effecting behavior change through operant conditioning - an educational approach. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

SE502 INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL RETARDATION AND SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS:

Study of the characteristics of individuals with mental retardation; history of the field; introduction to the Missouri process for identifying students with disabilities. Includes observations in local schools. Prerequisite: SE 221.

SE503 INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING DISABILITIES AND IEP DEVELOPMENT:

Addresses the characteristics of individuals with learning disabilities; history of the field; approaches in identification; medical implication and the place of special services for LD in the public schools.

SE504 INTRODUCTION TO ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS WITH MENTAL RETARDATION, OTHER DISABILITIES:

Introduction to statistical terminology and diagnostic requirements prescribed by law for identifying students with mental retardation and other disabilities. Student becomes proficient in use and interpretation of diagnostic tests.

SE505 ASSESSMENT AND STAFFING PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES AND OTHER HANDICAPPING CONDITIONS:

Administration and interpretation of formal assessments of ability and achievement for Learning Disabilities and other handicapping conditions. Students will write diagnostic staffing reports for both Learning Disabilities and Mental Retardation. Prerequisite: SE 404

SE506 MAINSTREAMING/NORMALIZATION DELIVERY SYSTEMS:

Workshops will be designed for specific school districts to upgrade skills in dealing with the exceptional child in school and society at large. Students may enroll for the course more than once as each offering will have different content.

SE508 METHODS OF TEACHING READING TO DISABLED LEARNERS:

A study of the methods, techniques and materials to be used in teaching reading to disabled learners (slow learners, culturally different, learning disabled, educable mentally retarded) in a regular and multicultural environment.

SE509 TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:

A consideration of the cognitive, physical, sensory and social-emotional factors influencing learning mathematics, and instructional strategies for implementation. Students must have experience teaching in elementary or special education classrooms and have Special Education coordinator's permission to enroll. Prerequisite: Teaching experience.

SE510 CONSULTATION & CONSULTING TECHNIQUES FOR TEACHERS OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

Selected professional-parent interaction models; principles of interviewing and conferencing; techniques for collaborating with educational professionals. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program.

SE511 METHODS AND MATERIALS - MILDLY EDUCATIONALLY HANDICAPPED:

Current techniques, objectives, materials for teaching both educable and mentally retarded and learning disabled children. Students should be concurrently enrolled in Special Education Practicum or have instructors permission to waive practicum.

SE512 CAREER EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS:

Instruction in teacher, administrator, and parent roles and responsibilities; current and existing legislative requirements; transition components; assessment, development and implementation of functional curriculum K-12; support options. Additional project required for graduate students.

SE520 METHODS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION:

Teaching methods, administrative procedures, and techniques for the educationally handicapped child within the regular classroom setting. Students must be concurrently involved with an appropriate field experience. See advisor.

SE530 RESEARCH PROBLEMS IN THE SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM:

This course is open to Missouri state certified special education teachers w3ho are teaching in a special education situation. Students will identify problems in their own classrooms; state hypothetical solutions; design and report on actual solutions of the problem.

SE539 SEMINAR IN SPECIAL EDUCATION TOPICS:

Discussion of current practices that relate to the education of exceptional children (May be repeated as the topics change.)

SE550 ADVANCED PRACTICUM:

Field Experiences in approved special education classrooms and/or clinical setting. Designed to meet individual needs for special education certification. May repeat for 10 credits; only 3 apply toward M. Ed.

SE560 PSYCHOLOGY OF THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD:

An overview of traditional categories of exceptionality and educational programs with emphasis on meeting the needs of exceptional children in the regular classroom.

SE591 INTERNSHIP/FIELD EXPERIENCES IN SPECIAL EDUCATION:

The purpose of this course is to provide direct experiences in the administration and supervision of Special Education programs. Prerequisite: Two years of verifiable teaching experience at either the elementary, secondary or special education level. Prerequisite: SE 510, SE 596 and all core requirements. Permission of instructor.

SE596 FOUNDATIONS OF ADMINISTRATION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION:

Nature and function of the Special Education administrator with emphasis on state and federal compliance plans, including placement and programming for exceptional pupils. Permission of instructor.

SE 150 INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION.

An explanation of basic attitudes toward the handicapped, developed form popular videotapes.

SE 153 PRACTICUM IN SPECIAL EDUCATION.

students serves as a teacher's aide in special education classroom. By special education advisor's permission only. May be repeated for additional

SE 154 PRACTICUM IN SPECIAL EDUCATION.

students serves as a teacher's aide in special education classroom. May be used as an elective course. By special education advisor's permission only. May be repeated for additional credit.

SE 221 EDUCATION OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

SE 332 BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT IN THE CLASSROOM.

Basic principles and techniques in effecting behavior change through operant conditioning - an educational approach. prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

SE 350 LANGUAGE DEVELOPMENT OF NORMAL AND EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN.

A course which explores the acquisition and development of language in young children. Both normal and exceptional development are considered. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

SE 402 INTRODUCTION TO MENTAL RETARDATION AND SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS.

SE 403 INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING DISABILITIES AND IEP DEVELOPMENT.

Study of the characteristics of individuals with learning disabilities and/or Attention Deficit Disorders: history of the field; study of the Missouri Special Education Process through IEP development. Prerequisites: Admission to Teachers Education Program and SE 221.

SE 404 INTRODUCTION TO ASSESSMENT OF STUDENTS WITH MENTAL RETARDATION, OTHER DISABILITIES.

Introduction to statistical terminology and diagnostic requirement prescribed by law for identifying students with mental retardation and other disabilities. Student becomes proficient in use and interpretation of diagnostic tests. Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

SE 405 ASSESSMENT AND STAFFING PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES.

SE 408 METHODS OF TEACHING READING TO DISABLED LEARNERS.

SE 409 TEACHING MATH TO CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.

A consideration of the cognitive, psychomotor, physical, sensory, social and emotional factors influencing students with mental retardation and/or learning disabilities as they relate to mathematics instruction. Instruction strategies for implementation will be addressed. Students should enroll in SE 452 Advanced Practicum concurrently. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and instructor's permission.

SE 410 CONSULTATION AND COUNSELING TECHNIQUES FOR TEACHERS OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES.

Selected professional-parent interaction Models; principles of interviewing and conferencing; techniques for collaborating with educational professionals. Prerequisites: Admission to Teachers Education Program.

SE 411 METHODS AND MATERIALS: MILDLY EDUCATIONALLY HANDICAPPED.

Current techniques, objectives and materials for teaching both mentally retarded and learning disabled children. Must enroll in SE 453 concurrently. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and instructor's permission.

SE 412 CAREER EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.

Instruction in teacher, administrator, parent roles and responsibilities; current and existing legislative requirements; transition components; assessment, development and implementation of functional curriculum K-12; support options. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program.

SE 452 ADVANCED PRACTICUM FOR THE SPECIAL NEED STUDENT.

Should be taken concurrently with SE 409. Students serves as teacher's aide in selected special education classrooms under supervision of University instructor for SE 409. Materials and methods discussed and developed in SE 409 will be practiced and used at the practicum site. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and Concurrent enrollment in SE 409.

SE 453 ADVANCED PRACTICUM IN METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR THE MILDLY EDUCATIONALLY HANDICAPPED.

Should be taken concurrently with SE 411. Students serves as teacher's aide in selected special education classrooms under supervision of University instructor for SE 411. Methods discussed and materials developed in the course will be practiced and used at eth practicum site. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and Concurrent Enrollment in SE 411.

SE 491 STUDENT TEACHING: MENTALLY HANDICAPPED.

Planning, organizing and teaching students classified as mentally handicapped under the direction of a certified teacher. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and concurrently enrolled in SE 492 and EDU 475.

SE 492 STUDENT TEACHING: LEANING DISABLED.

Planning, organizing and teaching students classified as learning disabled under the direction of a certified teacher. Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education Program and concurrently enrolled in SE 491 and EDU 475.